Health threat from riverfront swamps prompts reclaim plan
Dr Richard A PoNi and the Fast Washington Citizens Association urge land reclamation of river flats to curb mosquito breeding and disease. They warn current marshes near Cleveland Park threaten the entire district and push for a project linking the Navy Yard area with the 311 Avenue bridge to eliminate the menace and improve health and safety.
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Citizens urge riverfront reclamation to boost Anacostia district
Real estate dealer John F Trenchoe argues reclaiming swamp and peat lands along the river into a park or usable ground would transform the northwest and southeast districts. He and others contend such action would make Washington healthier more attractive and commercially stronger, rallying residents to fight for draining the Anacostia flats.
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Murder in Cornfield Attacks Wealthy Farmer Near Paris
Miss Maud Heufnagel found her father, Charles Heufnagel, slain beside a scarecrow on a cornfield path near Paris after a grueling struggle. The body showed brutal hacks and a missing sum of money and papers, suggesting robbery motives. Coroner and prosecutor lead a joint hunt with police across multiple states.
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Taft Sermon on Self Control at Fresno Open Air Service
President Taft spoke in Fresno delivering a lecture on self control in government and home life before a massive audience in city hall square. He warned that popular government requires majority restraint and warned against minority oppression, urging personal conduct and disciplined governance.
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Pardon power myths clarified by President Taft and state rights
The article explains that federal pardons do not restore civil rights or citizenship, as states retain voting eligibility and franchise rules. It notes misconceptions about restoration, highlights Taft and the Attorney General handling of pardons, and stresses that state laws govern civil rights restoration after conviction. It references the Pittsburg-Detroit game and a Columbia post script.
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Contrasting Scripture Focus in Local Sunday School Talk
In Cleveland at Euclid Avenue Baptist, a Sunday school discussion centers on balancing scripture with deeds. John D Rockefeller’s example prompts emphasis on daily acts of kindness over constant quoting, illustrating practical Christianity through small daily favors to others. A related note advertises a trustees sale of rare mahogany furniture and decorative items at Sloan Galleries opening this morning.
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Taft on Popular Government and Nation's Check Abilities
The speech argues that popular government requires restraint by law and the Constitution, stressing minority rights as sacred as those of the majority. It cites the American people ruling through lawful checks, and notes Taft’s California trip with stops in Merced, Fresno, Bakersfield, and a welcome from diverse communities including Japanese residents. He continued to Los Angeles after expressing appreciation in Fresno.
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Recluse Mary Johnson Found Slain With Fourteen Cats
Mary J Johnson a 67 year old recluse was found murdered in her Wallingford home. Her fourteen cats were her sole companions and possible witnesses to the crime. Police ordered an autopsy as robbery is the suspected motive while authorities described her life as solitary and sheltered.
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Explorers May Be Lost In Canadian Wilds From Wisconsin Panel
Prof Leith of the University of Wisconsin geology and mines leads a party including Hugh M. Roberts and Francis Adame into northern Ontario near Hudson Bay to search for ore for the Canadian government. No word has been heard since they entered the wilderness in June and they were due back in September. The late season makes return unlikely. hope centers on Fort Albany or Moose Jaw post.
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Mayor Race Heats Up As Hearst Denies Run
William J Gaynor, Democratic nominee for mayor of Greater New York, attacked William Randolph Hearst over trust and campaign money, alleging lavish influence. Hearst, denying a run, seeks independence and petition nomination while party delegates split.
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Up-State Leader Denies Bargain Over Election Law Vote
State Senator Joan Raines replies to Herbert Parsons denying any deal between upstate Republicans and Democrats to defeat amendments to the election law for Speaker Cannon's reelection. Raines notes Agnew bills, rule suspensions, and the April 29 vote that failed to suspend, arguing no such bargain occurred and expressing doubts about voting for the bill again.
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Washington Post
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Herbert Parsons Charnt
Up State
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Life-and-death fight ends in murder suicide
A man tied to a life-and-death struggle with his wife in their home led to a fatal shooting. The husband, Sad Link, fired four times at his wife, one shot hitting her heart, then killed himself with the remaining bullet. He had suffered serious business reverses recently as authorities investigated the tragedy.
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Registration officer cited in Virginia ward name purge
Special to The Washington Journal Norfolk Va Oct 10 Harry S Arlington registration officer of the Second ward was cited by Judge Hankel to show cause why certain names should not be stricken from the registration list of his precinct. The move follows a petition by J Sydney Smith for the Antifalion League to remove about 2000 names from the First and Second wards, claimed as improperly listed.
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Miz Victory Challenged in Zurich Race Investigation
A standing dispute surrounds the recent Zurich race begun last Saturday as Otto Thum of Dettvn Hungery alleged that Edgar W Mic to American contestant landed in Sfungacs. The committee seeks Thum for a fuller report and to verify the claim.
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Mass for Students Distinguishes Georgetown Ceremony
The Dahlgren chapel at Georgetown University hosted a solemn high mass for the opening of all university schools attended by clergy and eminent laity. Rev William J Stanton urged education and religion to pair, criticizing modern colleges for divorcing religion and divine guidance. The service featured a full university student choir, notable speakers, and attendance by faculty and alumni, reflecting a period tone of religious education and authority.
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Detroit Fans Await Third Battle In City Baseball Showdown
Detroit today buzzes over a major game as crowds pack the grounds to witness the Third Battle. Clarke worries over his pitching staff. Winch is expected to attend and possibly send Leifield to the mound for Prestburg in a bid to tame the challengers.
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Leifield
Detroit Fans Await Weather Slowdown of World Series Game
Detroit crowds brace for a possible rain postponement as October fervor grows over the Tigers and Pirates World Series. Reports say infield protection and cautious pitching plans shape preparations, with bets reflecting Detroit’s edge in public mood despite unsettled forecast.
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